you remember incorrectly former. Texas has been in control of the big twelve conference since its inception.
Gee, my bad I was thinking of the Sears trophy (ever hear of it) This was written in the year 2000:
from:
http://buffzone.big12.net/stories/070100/b...701004601.shtml
"In 2000, Nebraska topped all Big 12 schools by finishing sixth in the Sears Directors' Cup standings, which measures overall athletic performance at the national level. Texas was next at No. 9, but after that there's a significant drop-off. "
"Plonsky began her professional career at Iowa State back in 1979. Even then, Nebraska's commitment was apparent to the rest of the Big Eight."
"When Nebraska athletic director Bill Byrne took office in 1993, he made it a goal to win the Sears Cup. Although it appears Stanford will retire the trophy, the Huskers are getting close. In addition to this year's sixth-place finish, Nebraska was No. 4 in 1997. "
Nebraska and Texas lead the way in the Big 12 all-sports competition because they also spend the most money. Texas and Nebraska are 1-2 in athletic budgets, and spending money means better facilities and support programs, better coaches and the ability to recruit nationally.
Football makes a lot of money for both Texas and Nebraska, but both schools have shown they're willing to spend money on all sports.
"Football's success does have an impact and it does carry over to other sports," said Nebraska senior associate AD Joe Selig. "There's a history of success. Most kids like to come to a program where they can be successful."
"Since the inception of the Big 12, Texas has won the most conference titles with 24 and Nebraska is second with 21. Next closest are Colorado and Oklahoma State with seven apiece. "
